CA2599061C - Sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus - Google Patents
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Abstract
A sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus is provided, which comprises at least one holding compartment so shaped and dimensioned as to conveniently accommodate a toothbrush. The compartment may be juxtaposed with one or more other compartments disposed in such spaced relationship as to receive a plurality of toothbrushes. The compartments accommodate an aqueous antiseptic solution of an amount sufficient to immerse at least a substantial portion of the toothbrush head such that when awaiting further use, the toothbrush head is hygienically stored in a manner sought to inhibit environmental contamination. Separate holding compartments may be arranged in juxtaposed relationship to house small hygiene implements in hygienic conditions in readiment for further use.
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SANITARY TOOTHBRUSH STORAGE APPARATUS
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates generally to a toothbrush storage device. More specifically, it relates to an apparatus that allows for the storage of toothbrushes in an antiseptic aqueous solution, providing a clean, sterile environment.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
A fundamental problem surrounding oral hygiene is the storage of toothbrushes in between use. The human mouth is full of a plethora of bacterial species, and it is likely that some, if not most, of these bacteria are retained on the bristles of the brush after use.
This is in addition to any food debris that might have been removed from mouth, and is now lodged within the bristles of the toothbrush. In many cases, repeated rinsing of the toothbrush with water is not sufficient enough to flush the contaminants from the bristles, and the toothbrush is then put in a drawer, on the counter or in a cabinet, and the like, for storage purposes. The warm and moist conditions then precipitate a supple breeding ground for further infestation of the toothbrush bristles by pre-existing and circulating bacteria and viruses. What is needed is an apparatus that is capable of storing a toothbrush in an antiseptic manner, while also protecting the toothbrush from any and all external contaminants.
There have been various incarnationswithin the prior art where attempts have been made to provide a sanitary toothbrush storage device. In particular, U.S.
Patent No.
6,119,854 discloses a sanitary storage unit, where the head of a toothbrush is immersed in an antiseptic fluid that is situated in a removable reservoir. U.S. Patent No.
6,360,884 discloses an essentially rectangular storage container where the entire toothbrush is inserted into the container, and the bottom portion of the container possesses an aqueous antiseptic solution. Furthermore, multiples of these storage containers can be interconnected with each other. Additionally, U.S. Patent No. 6,135,279 discloses a sanitizing toothbrush storage apparatus comprising an apparatus that raises and lowers platforms into and out of an aqueous solution that is stored in a container.
One common disadvantage to these and other toothbrush storage devices is the complexity in the design, leading to a greater expense being incurred during the manufacturing process, and this cost is then passed on to the consumer.
Another disadvantage found in much of the prior art is also related to the complexity in the designs. The consequence of these intricate designs are various types of lids, elaborate mechanisms for inserting and retrieving the toothbrushes, mechanisms for mounting the apparatus to a wall, and the like. As a result, the plurality of moving parts and apertures contained in much of the prior art generates apparatuses that are hard to clean thoroughly.
Circumspect cleaning of the apparatus will then provide a multitude of locales for contaminants to thrive, with this being counterintuitive to the initial premise behind the apparatus. What is lacking in the prior art is a sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus that is simplistic in design, providing for an efficiently manufactured, cost-effective toothbrush storage apparatus, and additionally, one that is simplistic to clean.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
It is an object of the present invention to provide a sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus that addresses the aforementioned deficiencies in the prior art.
According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus, wherein when a toothbrush is placed within the apparatus, a head of the toothbrush is immersed in an aqueous antiseptic solution.
According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus, comprising a substantially rectangularly shaped box comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall; a lid, that hinges on the front wall, providing for an enclosed internal hygienic environment;
vertical dividing members communicating with the back wall, that partition the box into a plurality of compartments; a basket, comprising a lower region, a middle region, and an upper region, the lower region is substantially rectangularly shaped comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall, the face of the base is configured to allow for drainage of the aqueous antiseptic solution, the upper region contains an overhang for raising and lowering the basket, wherein the dimensions of the basket are configured to allow for insertion into one of the compartments.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates generally to a toothbrush storage device. More specifically, it relates to an apparatus that allows for the storage of toothbrushes in an antiseptic aqueous solution, providing a clean, sterile environment.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
A fundamental problem surrounding oral hygiene is the storage of toothbrushes in between use. The human mouth is full of a plethora of bacterial species, and it is likely that some, if not most, of these bacteria are retained on the bristles of the brush after use.
This is in addition to any food debris that might have been removed from mouth, and is now lodged within the bristles of the toothbrush. In many cases, repeated rinsing of the toothbrush with water is not sufficient enough to flush the contaminants from the bristles, and the toothbrush is then put in a drawer, on the counter or in a cabinet, and the like, for storage purposes. The warm and moist conditions then precipitate a supple breeding ground for further infestation of the toothbrush bristles by pre-existing and circulating bacteria and viruses. What is needed is an apparatus that is capable of storing a toothbrush in an antiseptic manner, while also protecting the toothbrush from any and all external contaminants.
There have been various incarnationswithin the prior art where attempts have been made to provide a sanitary toothbrush storage device. In particular, U.S.
Patent No.
6,119,854 discloses a sanitary storage unit, where the head of a toothbrush is immersed in an antiseptic fluid that is situated in a removable reservoir. U.S. Patent No.
6,360,884 discloses an essentially rectangular storage container where the entire toothbrush is inserted into the container, and the bottom portion of the container possesses an aqueous antiseptic solution. Furthermore, multiples of these storage containers can be interconnected with each other. Additionally, U.S. Patent No. 6,135,279 discloses a sanitizing toothbrush storage apparatus comprising an apparatus that raises and lowers platforms into and out of an aqueous solution that is stored in a container.
One common disadvantage to these and other toothbrush storage devices is the complexity in the design, leading to a greater expense being incurred during the manufacturing process, and this cost is then passed on to the consumer.
Another disadvantage found in much of the prior art is also related to the complexity in the designs. The consequence of these intricate designs are various types of lids, elaborate mechanisms for inserting and retrieving the toothbrushes, mechanisms for mounting the apparatus to a wall, and the like. As a result, the plurality of moving parts and apertures contained in much of the prior art generates apparatuses that are hard to clean thoroughly.
Circumspect cleaning of the apparatus will then provide a multitude of locales for contaminants to thrive, with this being counterintuitive to the initial premise behind the apparatus. What is lacking in the prior art is a sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus that is simplistic in design, providing for an efficiently manufactured, cost-effective toothbrush storage apparatus, and additionally, one that is simplistic to clean.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
It is an object of the present invention to provide a sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus that addresses the aforementioned deficiencies in the prior art.
According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus, wherein when a toothbrush is placed within the apparatus, a head of the toothbrush is immersed in an aqueous antiseptic solution.
According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus, comprising a substantially rectangularly shaped box comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall; a lid, that hinges on the front wall, providing for an enclosed internal hygienic environment;
vertical dividing members communicating with the back wall, that partition the box into a plurality of compartments; a basket, comprising a lower region, a middle region, and an upper region, the lower region is substantially rectangularly shaped comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall, the face of the base is configured to allow for drainage of the aqueous antiseptic solution, the upper region contains an overhang for raising and lowering the basket, wherein the dimensions of the basket are configured to allow for insertion into one of the compartments.
2 According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus, comprising a container comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall; a lid, that hinges on one of the walls, providing for an enclosed internal hygienic environment; and vertical dividing members communicating with at least one of the front or the back wall, for partitioning the container into a plurality of compartments; wherein the apparatus contains an aqueous antiseptic solution, such that-when a toothbrush is placed within the apparatus, a head of the toothbrush is immersed in a reservoir containing the aqueous antiseptic solution.
The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention can be designed and manufactured to contain a plurality of compartments, which are capable of housing a plurality of toothbrushes. Preferably, the number of compartments in the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus is four.
According to a further aspect of the present invention, there is provided small flanges, or lips, that are located on each of the right wall and on the left wall for the purpose of securing the apparatus to a wall via a bracket. The bracket comprises a substantially rectangularly shaped vertical member that accommodates a means for attachment to a wall in an upper section and in a lower section; a horizontal member that forms a substantially rectangularly shaped ring that intersects and is attached to the vertical member forming a T-shaped configuration, where the dimensions of the aperture are somewhat larger than the dimensions of the sanitary toothbrush apparatus; wherein when the sanitary toothbrush apparatus is deposited into the ring, the flanges rest on the aperture, and support the apparatus.
According to a further preferred embodiment of the present invention, it is contemplated that the bracket further comprises a protrusion that extends outward from the bottom of the vertical member, wherein the protrusion imparts a platform that provides support for the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus. It is further contemplated that there is a second vertical member that introduces the end of the protrusion to the horizontal member, wherein the protrusion, the first vertical member, the second vertical member and the horizontal member impart an enclosure that provides support for the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus.
According to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus comprises a pin that secures the lid to the storage
The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention can be designed and manufactured to contain a plurality of compartments, which are capable of housing a plurality of toothbrushes. Preferably, the number of compartments in the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus is four.
According to a further aspect of the present invention, there is provided small flanges, or lips, that are located on each of the right wall and on the left wall for the purpose of securing the apparatus to a wall via a bracket. The bracket comprises a substantially rectangularly shaped vertical member that accommodates a means for attachment to a wall in an upper section and in a lower section; a horizontal member that forms a substantially rectangularly shaped ring that intersects and is attached to the vertical member forming a T-shaped configuration, where the dimensions of the aperture are somewhat larger than the dimensions of the sanitary toothbrush apparatus; wherein when the sanitary toothbrush apparatus is deposited into the ring, the flanges rest on the aperture, and support the apparatus.
According to a further preferred embodiment of the present invention, it is contemplated that the bracket further comprises a protrusion that extends outward from the bottom of the vertical member, wherein the protrusion imparts a platform that provides support for the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus. It is further contemplated that there is a second vertical member that introduces the end of the protrusion to the horizontal member, wherein the protrusion, the first vertical member, the second vertical member and the horizontal member impart an enclosure that provides support for the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus.
According to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus comprises a pin that secures the lid to the storage
3 apparatus within the hinge, and this allows for the lid to pivot about the hinge in open and closed positions. Further, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus comprises a first snap closure means and the wall of the apparatus opposing the lid comprises a second snap closure means that are capable of retaining the lid in a closed position.
According to another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus has at least one basket that is introduced to the compartments of the apparatus for supporting small oral hygiene implements. In particular, the small oral hygiene implements are selected from the group consisting of electric-toothbrush heads and rubber picks.
According to yet another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus is mounted to a wall, preferably through the aforementioned bracket. However, other means of mounting the toothbrush storage apparatus to a vertical surface will be apparent to one skilled in the art.
Additionally, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus may sit vertically upright on a flat horizontal surface, either through the base according to the present invention, or through the use of some sort of holder that would be apparent to one skilled in the art.
According to a further aspect of the present invention, there is provided a sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus wherein the apparatus is a substantially cylindrical tube, comprising a top half; a bottom half; wherein the top half and bottom half are constructed to allow for a sealed connection to retain an aqueous antiseptic solution therein, such that when a toothbrush is placed within the apparatus, a head of the toothbrush is immersed in the aqueous antiseptic solution.
The sealed connection may be generated through a threaded means or a snap means, and the seal itself is attained through the use of a gasket, particularly a rubber gasket.
According to a still further preferred embodiment of the present invention, the bottom half of the cylindrical tube further comprises walls that are substantially flared in shape as they descend down to a base, wherein the flared shape imparts a broadened base that provides for an inherent level of stability when the apparatus is placed upright on a horizontal surface.
According to another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus has at least one basket that is introduced to the compartments of the apparatus for supporting small oral hygiene implements. In particular, the small oral hygiene implements are selected from the group consisting of electric-toothbrush heads and rubber picks.
According to yet another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus is mounted to a wall, preferably through the aforementioned bracket. However, other means of mounting the toothbrush storage apparatus to a vertical surface will be apparent to one skilled in the art.
Additionally, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus may sit vertically upright on a flat horizontal surface, either through the base according to the present invention, or through the use of some sort of holder that would be apparent to one skilled in the art.
According to a further aspect of the present invention, there is provided a sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus wherein the apparatus is a substantially cylindrical tube, comprising a top half; a bottom half; wherein the top half and bottom half are constructed to allow for a sealed connection to retain an aqueous antiseptic solution therein, such that when a toothbrush is placed within the apparatus, a head of the toothbrush is immersed in the aqueous antiseptic solution.
The sealed connection may be generated through a threaded means or a snap means, and the seal itself is attained through the use of a gasket, particularly a rubber gasket.
According to a still further preferred embodiment of the present invention, the bottom half of the cylindrical tube further comprises walls that are substantially flared in shape as they descend down to a base, wherein the flared shape imparts a broadened base that provides for an inherent level of stability when the apparatus is placed upright on a horizontal surface.
4 The aqueous antiseptic solution that is utilized in the present invention is selected from the group consisting of mouthwash, an antibacterial solution, an antiseptic solution, a germicidal solution and any combination thereof.
Preferably the antiseptic solution is mouthwash, particularly any commercially available mouthwash that exhibits an antiseptic quality.
It is to be understood that all aspects of the present invention may be composed of any material that is known in the art. Preferably, the material is dishwasher safe, to allow for simple and easy cleaning of the apparatus. In particular, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus is essentially composed of a material selected from the group consisting of porcelain, ceramic, stainless steel, plastic and any combination thereof. In addition, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus may come in any colour, and be decorated with a plethora of designs, decals and other various decorative additions that provide for aesthetically pleasing designs to appease any and all eclectic tastes.
Further scope of applicability of the present invention will become apparent from the detailed description given hereinafter. However, it should be understood that the detailed description, while indicating preferred embodiments of the present invention, are given by way of illustration only, since various changes and modifications within the spirit and scope of the invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Figure 1 shows a front view of the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention.
Figure 2 shows a front view of a bracket for the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention.
Figure 3 shows a side view of the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention whilst it is interacting with the bracket of Figure 2.
Figure 4 shows a side view of the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention whilst it is interacting with another embodiment of the bracket of Figure 2.
Preferably the antiseptic solution is mouthwash, particularly any commercially available mouthwash that exhibits an antiseptic quality.
It is to be understood that all aspects of the present invention may be composed of any material that is known in the art. Preferably, the material is dishwasher safe, to allow for simple and easy cleaning of the apparatus. In particular, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus is essentially composed of a material selected from the group consisting of porcelain, ceramic, stainless steel, plastic and any combination thereof. In addition, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus may come in any colour, and be decorated with a plethora of designs, decals and other various decorative additions that provide for aesthetically pleasing designs to appease any and all eclectic tastes.
Further scope of applicability of the present invention will become apparent from the detailed description given hereinafter. However, it should be understood that the detailed description, while indicating preferred embodiments of the present invention, are given by way of illustration only, since various changes and modifications within the spirit and scope of the invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Figure 1 shows a front view of the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention.
Figure 2 shows a front view of a bracket for the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention.
Figure 3 shows a side view of the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention whilst it is interacting with the bracket of Figure 2.
Figure 4 shows a side view of the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention whilst it is interacting with another embodiment of the bracket of Figure 2.
5 Figure 5 shows a side view of the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention whilst it is interacting with a further embodiment of the bracket of Figure 2.
Figure 6 shows a front view of a basket for the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention.
Figure 7 shows a side view of a basket for the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention.
Figures 8A, 8B and 8C show alternate embodiments of the configuration of the base of the basket for the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention.
Figure 9 shows a front view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 10 shows a front view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Figure 1 depicts the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10, which comprises a lid 12, and a rectangularly shaped box 14. The box 14 further comprises a back wall 32, a front wal124, a left wall 26, a right wall 28 and a base 30. The height of the entire storage apparatus 10 is approximately eight inches.
This height is marginally longer than the length of most toothbrushes, providing for easy retrieval of toothbrushes once they are placed with in the storage apparatus 10, as they toothbrush handles will be easily accessible once the lid 12 is retracted. The lid 12 is attached to the box 14 about a hinge 24, where the hinge contains a pin member 20. The hinge 24 mechanism allows the lid to pivot about the box 14 into both an open and closed configuration. The top of the back wall 32 has a first snap closure means 36 and the lid 12 has a second snap closure means 38 for retaining the lid in the closed configuration. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the upper section of the box 14 is fitted with a flange 18 on both the right wall 28 and the left wall 26. These flanges are utilized for mounting the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 to a wall, or any other vertical member.
Within the box 14 there exist vertical dividing members 16 that divide the box 14 into a plurality of compartments 34. These compartments 34 allow for separation of toothbrushes when there are multiple toothbrushes within the apparatus 10.
These vertical dividing members 16 may comprise an integral wall unit that traverses the
Figure 6 shows a front view of a basket for the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention.
Figure 7 shows a side view of a basket for the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention.
Figures 8A, 8B and 8C show alternate embodiments of the configuration of the base of the basket for the toothbrush storage apparatus of the present invention.
Figure 9 shows a front view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 10 shows a front view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Figure 1 depicts the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10, which comprises a lid 12, and a rectangularly shaped box 14. The box 14 further comprises a back wall 32, a front wal124, a left wall 26, a right wall 28 and a base 30. The height of the entire storage apparatus 10 is approximately eight inches.
This height is marginally longer than the length of most toothbrushes, providing for easy retrieval of toothbrushes once they are placed with in the storage apparatus 10, as they toothbrush handles will be easily accessible once the lid 12 is retracted. The lid 12 is attached to the box 14 about a hinge 24, where the hinge contains a pin member 20. The hinge 24 mechanism allows the lid to pivot about the box 14 into both an open and closed configuration. The top of the back wall 32 has a first snap closure means 36 and the lid 12 has a second snap closure means 38 for retaining the lid in the closed configuration. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the upper section of the box 14 is fitted with a flange 18 on both the right wall 28 and the left wall 26. These flanges are utilized for mounting the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 to a wall, or any other vertical member.
Within the box 14 there exist vertical dividing members 16 that divide the box 14 into a plurality of compartments 34. These compartments 34 allow for separation of toothbrushes when there are multiple toothbrushes within the apparatus 10.
These vertical dividing members 16 may comprise an integral wall unit that traverses the
6 height and depth of the box 14, whereby the compartments 34 are entirely occluded from each other. Alternately, the vertical dividing members 16 may form partial wall units, whereby some communication subsists between compartments 34, but the compartments 34 themselves are clearly delineated. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 can be designed to include from one to ten compartments 34, preferably there are four compartments 34. When in use, the lower section of the box 14 of the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 is filled with an aqueous antiseptic solution 22 to a height sufficient enough to completely submerse an intended oral hygiene implement, such as the head of a toothbrush. The aqueous antiseptic solution 22 can be any one of mouthwash, an antibacterial solution, an antiseptic solution, a germicidal solution or any combination thereof, or any sanitizing solution known to one skilled in the art that is approved for human consumption. Preferably, the aqueous antiseptic solution 22 is mouthwash. When it is desirous that the current aliquot of antiseptic solution 22 be replaced, the lid 12 is arranged into the open configuration, and the storage apparatus 10 is manually inverted over an appropriate receptacle or drain. The antiseptic solution 22 is then dissipated from the storage apparatus 10, and new antiseptic solution 22 is then manually deposited into the now righted storage apparatus 10.
As can be seen in Figures 2 and 3, in another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 comprises a wall mounting means in the form of a bracket 40. The bracket consists of a vertical member 44 and a horizontal member 42, where the horizontal member 42 is essentially a rectangularly shaped ring. The dimensions of the horizontal member 42 are somewhat larger than those of the box 14, and are configured as such to allow for a snug placement of the apparatus 10 into the horizontal member 42.
The horizontal member 42 intersects the vertical member 44 to form a substantially T-shaped device. At the upper and lower sections of the vertical member 44, there are apertures 46 that allow for insertion of a screw or nail, or any other type of means suitable for mounting the bracket 40 to a vertical surface known to one skilled in the art. On the rear of the vertical member 44, there are retainers 48 that extend outward at corresponding positions to the apertures 46. The retainers 48 bolster the strength of attachment of the bracket 40 to a vertical surface when a screw is
As can be seen in Figures 2 and 3, in another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 comprises a wall mounting means in the form of a bracket 40. The bracket consists of a vertical member 44 and a horizontal member 42, where the horizontal member 42 is essentially a rectangularly shaped ring. The dimensions of the horizontal member 42 are somewhat larger than those of the box 14, and are configured as such to allow for a snug placement of the apparatus 10 into the horizontal member 42.
The horizontal member 42 intersects the vertical member 44 to form a substantially T-shaped device. At the upper and lower sections of the vertical member 44, there are apertures 46 that allow for insertion of a screw or nail, or any other type of means suitable for mounting the bracket 40 to a vertical surface known to one skilled in the art. On the rear of the vertical member 44, there are retainers 48 that extend outward at corresponding positions to the apertures 46. The retainers 48 bolster the strength of attachment of the bracket 40 to a vertical surface when a screw is
7 utilized, and the exact nature of the retainers 48 would be known to one skilled in the art.
As can be seen in Figure 3, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 is inserted into the horizontal member 42 of the bracket 40, and as the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 is lowered through the horizontal member 42, the flanges 18 that are located on the left and right walls 26,28 of the box 14 will come into contact with the horizontal member 42, and support the box 14 about the bracket 40. This allows for convenient mounting of the apparatus 10 to any vertical surface.
As can be seen in Figures 4 and 5, in additional preferred embodiments of the present invention, there is provided a bracket 40 for securing the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 to a vertical surface. The bracket comprises all of the features as those listed above, however, in one embodiment of the present invention, it is contemplated that there exists a base member 72 that extends outward from the bottom of the vertical member 44. The length of the base member 72 corresponds to the depth of the box 14 of the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 and is thus enabled to provide support for the apparatus 10. In another embodiment of the present invention, it is further contemplated that at the end of the base member 72, at a length long enough to accommodate the depth of the box 14 of the apparatus 10, there exists a second vertical member 74 that connects the base member 72 to the horizontal member 42. Also, whereas the flanges 18 present on the box 14 are designed to support the toothbrush storage apparatus 10 within the bracket, in these embodiments, the base 30 of the box 14 will rest upon the base member 72 to support the apparatus 10. Accordingly, in these embodiments, the flanges 18 are no longer necessary, and are not envisaged on the box 14 of the apparatus 10. These embodiments provide for a design that is more straightforward, and this will equate to a simpler manufacturing process.
As can be seen in Figures 6 and 7, in another preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a basket 50 that is inserted into the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10. The basked 50 is comprised of a lower section and an upper section 56. The lower section 52 is a substantially rectangularly shaped box that is open on the top. The upper section 56 extends vertically and has an overhang 58 at the top. This overhang 58 provides the means to grasp the basket
As can be seen in Figure 3, the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 is inserted into the horizontal member 42 of the bracket 40, and as the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 is lowered through the horizontal member 42, the flanges 18 that are located on the left and right walls 26,28 of the box 14 will come into contact with the horizontal member 42, and support the box 14 about the bracket 40. This allows for convenient mounting of the apparatus 10 to any vertical surface.
As can be seen in Figures 4 and 5, in additional preferred embodiments of the present invention, there is provided a bracket 40 for securing the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 to a vertical surface. The bracket comprises all of the features as those listed above, however, in one embodiment of the present invention, it is contemplated that there exists a base member 72 that extends outward from the bottom of the vertical member 44. The length of the base member 72 corresponds to the depth of the box 14 of the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 and is thus enabled to provide support for the apparatus 10. In another embodiment of the present invention, it is further contemplated that at the end of the base member 72, at a length long enough to accommodate the depth of the box 14 of the apparatus 10, there exists a second vertical member 74 that connects the base member 72 to the horizontal member 42. Also, whereas the flanges 18 present on the box 14 are designed to support the toothbrush storage apparatus 10 within the bracket, in these embodiments, the base 30 of the box 14 will rest upon the base member 72 to support the apparatus 10. Accordingly, in these embodiments, the flanges 18 are no longer necessary, and are not envisaged on the box 14 of the apparatus 10. These embodiments provide for a design that is more straightforward, and this will equate to a simpler manufacturing process.
As can be seen in Figures 6 and 7, in another preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a basket 50 that is inserted into the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10. The basked 50 is comprised of a lower section and an upper section 56. The lower section 52 is a substantially rectangularly shaped box that is open on the top. The upper section 56 extends vertically and has an overhang 58 at the top. This overhang 58 provides the means to grasp the basket
8 50 while it is being raised and lowered into and out of the aqueous antiseptic solution 22 of the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80. The dimensions of the basket 50 are configured such that the basket 50 can be easily inserted and removed from the compartments 34 of the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10.
Furthermore, the bottom face 54 of the lower section 52 of the basket 50 is structured so as to allow for drainage of the aqueous antiseptic solution 22 when the basket 50 is being raised or removed from the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80. Figure 8A to 8C illustrate some of the preferred embodiments of the present invention, where a grate-like construction 60, a mesh-like construction 62, or a perforated type construction 64 would allow for proper drainage out of the basket 50. Alternately, designs that accomplish a similar endpoint that would be apparent to one skilled in the art may also be employed.
When the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 is in use, the lid 12 is repositioned from the closed positioned to that of an open position. A
toothbrush is inserted into one of the compartments 34, or, if it is desirous to store a shorter oral hygiene implement, such as an electric toothbrush head, the oral hygiene implement is first placed in a basket 50 and then the basket 50 is inserted into one of the compartments 34. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 is filled with an amount of aqueous antiseptic solution 22 to a height sufficient enough to completely submerse the oral hygiene implement or the head of a toothbrush. The lid 12 is then repositioned from the open position to that of a closed position, providing a dust-free sanitary environment for the storage of oral hygiene implements. For retrieving the toothbrush, the lid 12 is again repositioned from the closed position to that of an open position. The handle of a toothbrush is then readily accessible, and the toothbrush is withdrawn from the apparatus 10, and the lid 12 is again returned to the closed configuration. When a small oral hygiene implement is stored, upon opening the lid 12, the basket 50 containing the small oral hygiene implement is withdrawn from a compartment 34 by grasping the overhang 58 at the top of the basket 50. The small oral hygiene implement is then removed from the basket 50, and the basket 50 is then either returned to the compartment 34, or may be stored in a different location if it is no longer necessary, and the lid 12 is returned to the closed configuration.
Furthermore, the bottom face 54 of the lower section 52 of the basket 50 is structured so as to allow for drainage of the aqueous antiseptic solution 22 when the basket 50 is being raised or removed from the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80. Figure 8A to 8C illustrate some of the preferred embodiments of the present invention, where a grate-like construction 60, a mesh-like construction 62, or a perforated type construction 64 would allow for proper drainage out of the basket 50. Alternately, designs that accomplish a similar endpoint that would be apparent to one skilled in the art may also be employed.
When the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 is in use, the lid 12 is repositioned from the closed positioned to that of an open position. A
toothbrush is inserted into one of the compartments 34, or, if it is desirous to store a shorter oral hygiene implement, such as an electric toothbrush head, the oral hygiene implement is first placed in a basket 50 and then the basket 50 is inserted into one of the compartments 34. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 10 is filled with an amount of aqueous antiseptic solution 22 to a height sufficient enough to completely submerse the oral hygiene implement or the head of a toothbrush. The lid 12 is then repositioned from the open position to that of a closed position, providing a dust-free sanitary environment for the storage of oral hygiene implements. For retrieving the toothbrush, the lid 12 is again repositioned from the closed position to that of an open position. The handle of a toothbrush is then readily accessible, and the toothbrush is withdrawn from the apparatus 10, and the lid 12 is again returned to the closed configuration. When a small oral hygiene implement is stored, upon opening the lid 12, the basket 50 containing the small oral hygiene implement is withdrawn from a compartment 34 by grasping the overhang 58 at the top of the basket 50. The small oral hygiene implement is then removed from the basket 50, and the basket 50 is then either returned to the compartment 34, or may be stored in a different location if it is no longer necessary, and the lid 12 is returned to the closed configuration.
9 As can be seen in Figure 9, in another preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a travel sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80. The travel sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80 is substantially tube shaped and is comprised of an upper section 82 and a lower section 84. The upper section 82 is attached to the lower section 84 by a threaded means 86 as illustrated in Figure 9, however, other means known to one skilled in the art, such as a snap means (not shown), may also be utilized. At the connection point between the upper section and the lower section 84, there is rubber ring 88, which provides for a watertight seal. Alternatively, other means that provide a watertight seal known to one skilled in the art may also be used, such as a gasket.
As can be seen in Figure 10, in another preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a travel sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80. The travel sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80 comprises all of the features as listed above, however, in this embodiment ofthe present invention, it is contemplated that the base 90 ofthe lower section 84 is substantially flared. Flaring the shape of the lower section 90 will result in the broadening of the base 90, allowing for an increased inherent level of stability when the travel toothbrush storage apparatus 80 is placed upright, with the base 90 on a horizontal surface.
When the travel sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80 is in use, an oral hygiene implement is inserted into the lower section 84 and then the lower section 82 of the travel sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80 is filled with an aqueous antiseptic solution 22 to a height sufficient enough to completely submerse the oral hygiene implement, such as the head of a toothbrush. The upper section 82 is then fastened to the lower section 84, providing a watertight seal, and containing and storing the oral hygiene implement in a dust-free and sanitary environment. These embodiments of the present invention allow for the storage and sanitization of a toothbrush for use in a traveling environment.
The invention being thus described, it will be obvious that the same may be varied in many ways. Such variations are not to be regarded as a departure from the spirit and scope of the invention, and all such modifications as would be obvious to one skilled in the art are intended to be included within the scope of the following claims.
As can be seen in Figure 10, in another preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a travel sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80. The travel sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80 comprises all of the features as listed above, however, in this embodiment ofthe present invention, it is contemplated that the base 90 ofthe lower section 84 is substantially flared. Flaring the shape of the lower section 90 will result in the broadening of the base 90, allowing for an increased inherent level of stability when the travel toothbrush storage apparatus 80 is placed upright, with the base 90 on a horizontal surface.
When the travel sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80 is in use, an oral hygiene implement is inserted into the lower section 84 and then the lower section 82 of the travel sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus 80 is filled with an aqueous antiseptic solution 22 to a height sufficient enough to completely submerse the oral hygiene implement, such as the head of a toothbrush. The upper section 82 is then fastened to the lower section 84, providing a watertight seal, and containing and storing the oral hygiene implement in a dust-free and sanitary environment. These embodiments of the present invention allow for the storage and sanitization of a toothbrush for use in a traveling environment.
The invention being thus described, it will be obvious that the same may be varied in many ways. Such variations are not to be regarded as a departure from the spirit and scope of the invention, and all such modifications as would be obvious to one skilled in the art are intended to be included within the scope of the following claims.
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1. A sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus, comprising:
a container of unitary construction comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall;
a lid, that hinges on one of the walls, providing for an enclosed internal hygienic environment; and at least one vertical dividing member communicating with the front and the back wall, for partitioning the container into a plurality of equally dimensioned compartments;
wherein the apparatus contains an aqueous antiseptic solution, such that when a toothbrush is placed within the apparatus, a head of the toothbrush is immersed in a reservoir containing the aqueous antiseptic solution.
a container of unitary construction comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall;
a lid, that hinges on one of the walls, providing for an enclosed internal hygienic environment; and at least one vertical dividing member communicating with the front and the back wall, for partitioning the container into a plurality of equally dimensioned compartments;
wherein the apparatus contains an aqueous antiseptic solution, such that when a toothbrush is placed within the apparatus, a head of the toothbrush is immersed in a reservoir containing the aqueous antiseptic solution.
2. A sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus, comprising:
a container comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall;
a lid, that hinges on one of the walls, providing for an enclosed internal hygienic environment;
at least one vertical dividing member communicating with at least the front or the back wall, for partitioning the container into a plurality of compartments; and a basket for supporting oral hygiene implements, dimensioned and configured to allow for insertion into one of the compartments;
wherein the container contains an aqueous antiseptic solution, such that when a toothbrush is placed within the apparatus, a head of the toothbrush is immersed in a reservoir containing the aqueous antiseptic solution.
a container comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall;
a lid, that hinges on one of the walls, providing for an enclosed internal hygienic environment;
at least one vertical dividing member communicating with at least the front or the back wall, for partitioning the container into a plurality of compartments; and a basket for supporting oral hygiene implements, dimensioned and configured to allow for insertion into one of the compartments;
wherein the container contains an aqueous antiseptic solution, such that when a toothbrush is placed within the apparatus, a head of the toothbrush is immersed in a reservoir containing the aqueous antiseptic solution.
3. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising:
a basket, comprising a lower region and an upper region, the lower region is substantially rectangularly shaped comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall, wherein the base is configured to allow for drainage of the aqueous antiseptic solution, the upper region contains an overhang for raising and lowering the basket, and wherein the dimensions of the basket are configured to allow for insertion into one of the compartments.
a basket, comprising a lower region and an upper region, the lower region is substantially rectangularly shaped comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall, wherein the base is configured to allow for drainage of the aqueous antiseptic solution, the upper region contains an overhang for raising and lowering the basket, and wherein the dimensions of the basket are configured to allow for insertion into one of the compartments.
4. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to claim 2, wherein the basket comprises a lower region and an upper region, the lower region is substantially rectangularly shaped comprising a base, a front wall, a back wall, a left wall and a right wall, wherein the base is configured to allow for drainage of the aqueous antiseptic solution, the upper region contains an overhang for raising and lowering the basket.
5. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the number of compartments is four.
6. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to claim 3 or 4, wherein the base of the basket is configured in a construction selected from the group consisting of a grate-like construction, a mesh-like construction and a perforated construction.
7. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 6, further comprising:
a small flange located on each of the right wall and the left wall for the purpose of securing the apparatus to a wall.
a small flange located on each of the right wall and the left wall for the purpose of securing the apparatus to a wall.
8. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according claim 7, further comprising a bracket for mounting the apparatus to a wall, wherein the bracket comprises:
a substantially rectangularly shaped vertical member that accommodates a means for attachment to a wall in an upper section and in a lower section;
a horizontal member that forms a substantially rectangularly shaped ring that intersects and is attached to the vertical member forming a T-shaped configuration, where the dimensions of the ring are somewhat larger than the dimensions of the sanitary toothbrush apparatus;
wherein when the sanitary toothbrush apparatus is deposited into the ring shaped horizontal member, the flanges rest on the horizontal member, and support the apparatus.
a substantially rectangularly shaped vertical member that accommodates a means for attachment to a wall in an upper section and in a lower section;
a horizontal member that forms a substantially rectangularly shaped ring that intersects and is attached to the vertical member forming a T-shaped configuration, where the dimensions of the ring are somewhat larger than the dimensions of the sanitary toothbrush apparatus;
wherein when the sanitary toothbrush apparatus is deposited into the ring shaped horizontal member, the flanges rest on the horizontal member, and support the apparatus.
9. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to claim 8, wherein the bracket further comprises:
a protrusion that extends outward from the bottom of the vertical member, wherein the protrusion imparts a platform that provides support for the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus.
a protrusion that extends outward from the bottom of the vertical member, wherein the protrusion imparts a platform that provides support for the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus.
10. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to claim 9, wherein the bracket further comprises:
a second vertical member that introduces the end of the protrusion to the horizontal member, wherein the protrusion, the first vertical member, the second vertical member and the horizontal member impart an enclosure that provides support for the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus.
a second vertical member that introduces the end of the protrusion to the horizontal member, wherein the protrusion, the first vertical member, the second vertical member and the horizontal member impart an enclosure that provides support for the sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus.
11. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein a pin secures the lid to the storage apparatus within the hinge, allowing for the lid to pivot about the hinge in open and closed positions.
12. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the lid comprises a first snap closure means and the wall of the apparatus opposing the lid comprises a second snap closure means to retain the lid in a closed position.
13. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to claim 2 or 4, wherein the oral hygiene implements are selected from the group consisting of toothbrushes, electric-toothbrush heads and rubber picks.
14. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the apparatus is mounted to a wall.
15. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the apparatus sits vertically upright on a flat horizontal surface.
16. A portable sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus wherein the apparatus is a substantially cylindrical tube, comprising:
a first section;
a second section, which has walls that are substantially flared in shape as they descend down to a base, wherein the flared shape imparts a broadened base that provides for an inherent level of stability when the apparatus is placed upright on a horizontal surface;
a gasket employed at the interface between the first section and the second section to impart a watertight seal;
wherein the first section and the second section are constructed to allow for a sealed connection to retain an aqueous antiseptic solution therein, such that when a toothbrush is placed within the apparatus, a head of the toothbrush is immersed in the aqueous antiseptic solution.
a first section;
a second section, which has walls that are substantially flared in shape as they descend down to a base, wherein the flared shape imparts a broadened base that provides for an inherent level of stability when the apparatus is placed upright on a horizontal surface;
a gasket employed at the interface between the first section and the second section to impart a watertight seal;
wherein the first section and the second section are constructed to allow for a sealed connection to retain an aqueous antiseptic solution therein, such that when a toothbrush is placed within the apparatus, a head of the toothbrush is immersed in the aqueous antiseptic solution.
17. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to claim 16, wherein the sealed connection is generated through a threaded means.
18. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to claim 16, wherein the sealed connection is generated through a snap means.
19. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 18, wherein the aqueous antiseptic solution is selected from the group consisting of mouthwash, an antibacterial solution, an antiseptic solution, a germicidal solution and any combination thereof.
20. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 19, wherein the aqueous antiseptic solution is mouthwash.
21. The sanitary toothbrush storage apparatus according to any one of claim 1 to 20, wherein the apparatus is essentially composed of a material selected from the group consisting of porcelain, ceramic, stainless steel, plastic and any combination thereof.
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